"Kinetic Touch" and Rhythmic Spark: Jacky Terrasson Brings Dynamic Jazz to the Lab

Written By Steven Roby

Pianist Jacky Terrasson returns to SFJAZZ with the trio format that first brought him international attention after his 1993 win at the Thelonious Monk International Piano Competition. His kinetic touch, quick shifts in dynamics, and subtle reharmonizations allow him to stretch standards and originals alike into fresh, narrative journeys.

Drawing from his recent album Moving On, Terrasson moves easily between straight-ahead swing, European lyricism, and more modern rhythmic ideas. In the close quarters of the Joe Henderson Lab, the trio's conversational interplay and rhythmic spark become the center of the experience.

TICKET INFO

Performance dates, showtimes, and tickets: December 7, 2025, 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Joe Henderson Lab, SFJAZZ Center – tickets at SFJAZZ.org: https://www.sfjazz.org/tickets/productions/25-26/jacky-terrasson-trio/

Steven Roby

Steve Roby is a seasoned radio personality and best-selling author. Roby’s concert photos, articles, and reviews have appeared in various publications, including All About Jazz, Billboard, Rolling Stone, and Guitar World. He also hosts the podcast Backstage Bay Area.

https://www.backstagebayarea.com
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